Your Spain and Portugal luxury tour begins in the capital city of Madrid. Settle in at your hotel before sitting down to dinner with your Travel Concierge and traveling companions to toast to the start of your journey.
Begin your day with a leisurely stroll through the city's historic landmarks, accompanied by your Local Expert. Admire the statue of Cervantes and the dynamic Cibeles Fountain, its elegant energy setting the tone for the discoveries ahead. Personalize Your Day by joining an art historian for a visit to the Prado Museum, or lose yourself in the charm of Madrid’s maze-like old town with a Local Expert.
Travel aboard a high-speed train from Madrid to Barcelona, gliding through the Spanish countryside in style. On arrival, join your Local Expert for a guided exploration of the city’s iconic sights, including the soaring spires of Gaudí’s Sagrada Família. Later, enjoy time at leisure before gathering for an elegant dinner in vibrant Barcelona.
This morning, step into Gaudí’s whimsical world at Park Güell, where colorful mosaics and sculpted gardens create an otherworldly escape. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure — wander Barcelona’s elegant boulevards, relax by the beach or discover hidden gems tucked within the Gothic Quarter.
Follow the golden Costa Dorada through olive and orange groves along the Mediterranean coast to seaside La Galera. Savor a creative Mediterranean menu made from fresh seasonal produce at Vicent Guimera's Michelin-starred L’Antic Molí before arriving in Valencia. Explore this vibrant city, rich in history with your Travel Concierge.
Discover Granada’s 13th-century Alhambra Palace, with its intricate Islamic designs, exotic gardens and tranquil pools. Conclude with a decadent stay at a renovated 19th-century palace.
Step back in time at Córdoba’s Old Roman Bridge and great Mosque-Cathedral, strolling beneath delicate arches and pillars. Arriving in Seville, enjoy a cocktail before dining at an elegant restaurant.
Discover the rich Andalusian culture of Seville, from its orange-scented streets to lively plazas. Personalize Your Day with a visit to the Fine Arts Museum to admire treasured masterpieces or explore the magnificent Seville Cathedral. Later, embrace the spirit of flamenco on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a private dance lesson at the Cristina Heeren Foundation.
After a Relaxed Start, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and scents of Andalusia with a morning market visit to Mercado de Abastos. Your cooking experience awaits. Learn the secrets to Spain's popular dishes and dine on your creations.
Greet Portugal in the charming hilltop town of Serpa. Over lunch, you're treated to a stirring performance of Cante Alentejano, a traditional polyphonic singing style recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience preserves an art form deeply woven into Alentejo’s identity. Continue through rolling landscapes to timeless Évora.
Discover the charming, historic town of Evora', a UNESCO World Heritage site. Bask in Évora’s flavors at Herdade da Calada winery where you’ll explore the estate, learn about their winemaking process and have the privilege to sip on a selection of their tantalizing local wines well-known to the Portuguese but largely undiscovered further afield. This evening, arrive in Lisbon for a stylish stay in the capital.
Uncover Lisbon’s rich seafaring legacy as you view the Monument to the Discoveries and the iconic Belém Tower. Visit the National Coach Museum, home to one of the world’s finest collections of historical carriages, then admire the intricate grandeur of the Queluz Palace. This evening, toast your journey over a celebratory farewell dinner featuring refined local specialties in an elegant Lisbon setting.
After breakfast, bid farewell to your travel companions before your transfer to Humberto Delgado Airport.
